NHTSA Recall 15V213000: Electrical system: wiring and air conditioner (equipment)
Trans-Air Manufacturing Corp. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 835 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Gm G3500.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V213000 |
|---|---|
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING; EQUIPMENT › APPLIANCE › AIR CONDITIONER |
| Report received | April 10, 2015 |
| Owner notification | May 29, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Trans-Air Manufacturing Corp. (Trans-Air) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 GM G3500 and G4500 vehicles modified with Trans-Air add-on compressor mount kits, part numbers 4012506-01, 4012506-02, 4013126-01, 4013126-02, 4013235-01, 4013235-02, 4012909, 4013125, 4013222 and 717173 installed by Trans-Air personnel. After installing a compressor, a power distribution terminal strip may not have been properly reconnected.
Safety risk
If the power distribution terminal strip has a poor connection or a loose connection, the strip may arc or overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Trans-Air will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power distribution terminal strip connection, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2015. Owners may contact Trans-Air customer service at 1-800-673-2446.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V213000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Gm G3500 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Gm G4500 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.